Prophylaxis Against <i>Pneumocystis jirovecii</i> Pneumonia in Adults

2023/06/26 by Shiwei Zhou, Samuel L Aitken · 1 voice · 1 citation
Immunology and Microbiology · Medicine · #Immunodeficiency and Autoimmune Disorders #Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia detection and treatment #Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology

paper · doi:10.1001/jama.2023.9844

openalex publication_date 2023/06/26 · openalex created_date 2023/06/27 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/28

Abstract

This JAMA Insights Clinical Update discusses current recommendations regarding prevention of Pneumocystis pneumonia in patients who are immunocompromised.

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